The PA program at MCPHS in Boston is located perfectly next to some of the best healthcare institutions in the country such as Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Boston Children’s Hospital. It is a sanctuary for students looking to get involved in healthcare. Aspiring PA students such as myself, hoping to gain valuable healthcare experience can expect to do so through these renowned facilities. The location of the school makes it easier for us to be involved in the local medical community through employment, clinical rotations, or even simpler, volunteering. In addition to being surrounded by some of the best healthcare institutions, MCPHS Boston is nearby a multitude of attractions. It is a 15-minute walk to Fenway Park in case I ever want
In this case, the reader learns that liquidity is a better than average. The ratio and cash on hand have been better than 2013 from the past years. Moreover, it shows that the hospital has a higher ability to meet its cash obligation because it has more security compared to other hospitals. Funding allows hospitals to control funds and limit investments. Not-for-profit organizations help provide more services and margin of safety. Therefore, creditors look for a margin of safety so that the community that financed a small portion of total financing can be returned to the owners by leveraging. Capitalization ratio measures the funds that were borrowed and the assets that have been used. The coverage ratio measures the number that time they fixed financial charges. The time's interest earned ratio shows the ability of the hospital to meet
Springfield General Hospital (SGH) is committed to high quality healthcare for patients, and providing tools to support physicians, nurses and pharmacists. SGH leadership approved the computerized physician order entry (CPOE) system as a solution to reduce prescription errors, and the results of the CPOE project are disappointing. The data show increased prescribing errors after implementing the CPOE; resulting in increased costs for adverse drug events, rather than the planned cost reduction (Spector, 2013). This change management plan provides the SGH board of directors and executive management team pragmatic steps to increase quality for patients by assessing the root issue of hospital
The knowledge that I will obtain in the public health portion of the program will allow me to be better prepared to understand the social and environmental determinants of health that contribute to the development of diseases, and this will allow me to care for my patients more effectively. As these and other public health issues become more prominent, having a well-trained workforce that is equipped to address community-level health concerns is vital. As a profession, PAs are well educated as primary care clinicians and are able to handle a wide variety of common health care disorders. Adding a master’s degree in public health equips PAs with an expanded skill set which can be used to manage the health of entire communities, specifically those which are
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I am interested in pursuing the Physician Assistant (PA) degree because of my experiences both within the medical field and as a patient. These experiences have led me to believe that a team approach to patient-centered medicine provides the best and most comprehensive care possible. Further, the PA profession offers me the opportunity to continue my lifelong passion of helping others, giving back to my community, and provides me with further opportunities to teach.
As a second year Pathologists’ Assistant student at Indiana University School of Medicine, I am writing to express my interest in the Pathologists’ Assistant position. I believe that this position is ideal for me because my internship at Montefiore was the first step in me become a Pathologists’ Assistant. Through this internship, I was able to obtain the knowledge on how to become a PA, what a PA does, and it solidified any question on whether I wanted to be a PA.
As a student athlete, an entire new roster of teammates can cause a lack of fluidity and success. In terms of medical school, I tend to view campuses in terms of a new team. While learning about WVSOM, I immediately felt a sense of community, as well as companionship between students and faculty. In pursuit of upholding the college’s mission, there is a steadfast goal to serve the community, to build fellowship, and create primary care physicians with aims to aid underserved areas.
Understanding the Physician Assistant program consists of vigorous coursework as well as clinical rotations. I have decided and planned as a future Physician Assistant, I will prioritize my studies. Being given the opportunity as an Observer at the Harlem hospital. I have met a lot of PA students as well as practicing PA's. I have been educated that as a PA student it is crucial to have excellent time management skills. As a future PA, I understand it is my duty to put patient's life before attending any occasion. In order for me to practice such belief, it will be my responsibility to comprehend and excel in my course work, so that I can provide my patients with the best medical treatment possible. I have to devote my time to learn the material
As a graduate of the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Physician Associate Program, I envision fulfilling the program’s Mission by applying my acquired knowledge to diverse healthcare experiences. In order to be an outstanding clinician, I feel it is imperative to have a strong understanding of various medical fields. Thus, I intend to first practice as a PA in a primary care office to solidify my knowledge of multiple fields. Subsequently, I aspire to practice as an active PA in the military. The autonomy in medical decision making of a military PA is substantial and will help instill confidence in my clinical skills as well as enhance my leadership skills. I will then continue serving my community by either working as a
I always wanted to become a PA. A few of the reasons I elected to become a PA was because I wanted (and now have) a Bachleor’s degree in Biochemistry, the flexibility in potential specialties, my personal life experiences, to have a better professional and personal life, and the chance that becoming PA would give me to grow, learn, and experience different areas of health care. As stated in my CASPA essay, my mother was hospitalized for a few weeks over Christmas break my Sophomore year of college, and I thought that I was watching her die. This traumatic and life altering experience has tremendously shaped me, while also narrowing my focus and priorities in life and for my future career. Another reason I chose to become a PA is because one
As I approached graduation and continued to research options to broaden my medical knowledge, I was able to secure a medical scribe position at Chippenham and Johnston Willis Hospitals. By compiling medical charts in real-time, I partner with a physician during each shift to assist in medical research and documentation for each patient to ensure efficient patient care. This opportunity has provided me with exposure to each component of medical practicing, which is priceless for a prospective physician
This task of furthering my education hearkens back to my mother, whose trials and tribulations have sculpted my healthcare mission. In practicing medicine, I will not choose between between high quality treatment and positive bedside manner. I believe that a holistic approach to patient care, one that utilizes the best aspects of the Lebanese community and American hospitals, is the most effective and compassionate way of caring for people. The life of a physician is not just a career; it is an opportunity to incorporate the values I have learned into my practice to address not only the disease, but also the emotions of the patients and their families. I want to be a part of a larger community that will allow me to achieve my fullest potential while never sacrificing my ideals of treating the whole person.
Through school or even life in general, we never truly understand the purpose of what we do. Yes, we take a class to better educate ourselves but then we start to wonder if we will ever use what we learned. Thus far, this course has been different, we apply everything we have learned into our daily lives. A practicum is a real-life experience obtained through working in a health care facility while still being a student. (Makely, 2017). A practicum can range from volunteer work to internship. Through a practicum, the student can learn many different aspects of not only the work environment they want to get involved in but also what work may entail, how stressful it may be, and to see if that job is the best fit for that student. The student
By using kind words, gentle inspiration, and accurate cures to the children’s ailments, I hope that not only will they be treated more fully than if I simply prescribed them with drugs, but that they also will be able to see the kindness exuded by me as a gift from the grace of God. And since many families with unhealthy children are likely to be under great duress, I aim to be uplifting and empathetic towards their struggles. Though none of these goals seem blatantly related to academics or school, I believe that my path of studies and extracurriculars will aid my future. I currently take all Advanced Placement (AP) classes and I am a part of the Gifted and Talented (GT) program; both of these pursuits have taught me how to deliberate and solve dilemmas in unconventional ways. Thus, I have the unique mindset, study patterns, and academic credentials needed to thrive in college and medical school, as well as the social grace necessary to steer through delicate situations with patients and their families. I also plan on extending my academic success through college by taking on an ambitious course load and maintaining my high GPA, which will help me receive entrance to medical
At the end of volunteer services I have decided on a major, I am now striving to become a physician’s assistant. In this position, not only do I get to care for patients, but I am presented with the opportunity to change their lives. I will be able to see firsthand the diversity of cultures from around the world.